Science Fair 2011
offers a fun and
exciting program
for people of
all ages.
Showcasing innovative technologies, demonstrations, activities and competitions, the Gold Coast Science Fair has a strong emphasis on education. It also offers hand-on, interactive involvement with the latest scientific technologies and paraphernalia and offers thrills for all ages and abilities.
This two day event is held during the last weekend of National Science Week, on 20 and 21 August 2011. Showcasing local scientific talent and hosting a range of educational programs, demonstrations and hands on activities, the Fair provides residents of Gold Coast city with a fun, practical and informative insight into scientific and technological advancements and career options.
The Fair is designed to encourage understanding and participation in science and technology. It is also a great day out with exhibits that will appeal to the entire family.
TECHGC
Initiated in 2009, the Gold Coast City Council’s TechGC program is a long term strategic program to support the growth and development of industries in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) on the Gold Coast by:
• developing a skilled local workforce
• supporting the development of local STEM
companies
• promoting research and development in STEM
products
• establishing the Gold Coast as a world leader in
STEM education, research and development and
industry
The programs objectives include:
• Advocacy
• Local Industry Development,
• University Support,
• Student Development
• Investment Attraction
• International Connections
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Business GC
Business Gold Coast (BusinessGC) is Gold Coast
City Council’s economic development arm and
facilitates growth of key industries through its 2020
Economic Development Strategy.
To maintain a collaborative environment between
government, industry and the community,
BusinessGC is supported by the BusinessGC
Advisory Board (BGCAB) made up of business
representatives from leading industry bodies taking
part in the strategic direction of the Gold Coast.
Gold Coast City is a great place to live, plus is the
perfect location for innovation, dynamic growth,
investment, business expansion and/or relocation.
One of Australia’s fastest growing cities is also home
to a thriving and modern business community.
NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK
National Science Week is Australia’s largest festival,
celebrating science, innovation, mathematics,
engineering and technology. Held annually in
August, National Science Week attracts an audience
of more than 1.5 million and hosts more than 1000
events across the nation.
Celebrating talents and achievements in science,
engineering, technology and innovation, National
Science Week showcases the modern application
of science and its direct relevance to our daily lives.
Events take place in every Australian state and
territory, with the majority being free and open to
the public so all Australians can get involved.
National Science Week is an Australian Government
initiative supported by the Department of
Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (DIISR),
and industry partners, the CSIRO, the Australian
Secondary Teachers Association and the ABC.
